WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING ADVICE FOR USE WHEN USING OR PURCHASING EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR GREYHOUND:

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Lead & Collar

A ‘fishtail’ collar is a must. These are the wide leather ones that we
supply. They fit snugly just behind the ears at the slimmest part of the
neck otherwise your dog can easily slip out of the collar.
We also supply a leather lead but any lead will do BUT NOT an
extending lead – they can cause injuries to you and your dog and you
Can lose control of a b, fast greyhound.

House Collar & Tags

Basic one given by us. Soft, tape type with snap clasp (can
buy from us). This stays on all the time with your ID
tags and Chip Tag (if you have one).

Remove leather collar indoors to prevent hair loss and soreness.

Box Muzzle

Supplied by us. Ours are padded across the nose part.
A lightweight plastic muzzle specifically made for greyhounds – they are
used to wearing them and can breathe and drink comfortably.
Use when:

Introducing to other pets
When first out walking.
When first left alone.
When travelling if unrestrained. SEE SAFETY

Coat

Waterproof/ fleece lined - can be purchased from us.
Greyhounds have low body fat and do feel cold/ wet more than some dogs.

A Coat is an essential for Toilet Training in wet weather.

Bedding

A folded single duvet is ideal or vet bed.
A raised bed ( pallet type) can be used for elderly dogs.
Bed needs to be out of draughts in quiet area so dog can
have some privacy.

Food / Water Bowls

Stainless Steel – large enough to prevent mess.
Stands can be used – particularly useful for older dogs.

Flea Comb

We HIGHLY recommend SPRATTS stainless steel flea comb – perfect for
Picking up the odd flea and removing loose hair (available from us).
If you buy from a pet shop check comb teeth are not too far apart and not rough. (Try out on your own arm!) Metal
nit comb can do.

Optional extra (can be borrowed) for use as training aid for rooms
out of bound and to provide place of safety/ escape route for cats etc.

Veterinary Products

You need to register with a vet to obtain products such as
Drontal Plus for worming, Frontline for flea/tick prevention,
Enzymatic Toothpaste or Gel, Ear wash ( only needed if ears
have not been cleaned regularly). There is no point buying
such products from a pet shop.